Noted for its strength in property disposals and infrastructure agreements, Tees Law houses a broad team headed by Brentwood-based Aaron Cane, who is an expert in property development, often receiving instructions from landowners and house building companies. Lucy Beck is particularly adept at assisting with the real estate aspects of corporate transactions. Jane Winfield, who is also based in Brentwood, focuses on transactional mandates, often advising investment landlords on their portfolios. In Chelmsford, Daniel Fairs is known for his broad knowledge of strategic land transactions, and lease acquisitions and disposals.
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Testimonials
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‘All the team works together to act proactively for their clients. I valued the regular updates and contacts I had with the different members of the team to give me peace of mind on how my case was progressing.’
‘The service I have received from the team from the Brentwood Commercial Property department has always been prompt, professional and friendly.’
‘Jane Winfield was extremely helpful.’
‘I have dealt specifically with Jane Winfield who is always extremely prompt in replying to emails and telephone calls. She explains everything in a very clear and down to earth manner and always works to expedite manners as quickly as possible which from past dealings with solicitors I find very refreshing. I would not hesitate to recommend her.’
- 'Solicitors at the practice offer pragmatic, realistic and cut to the chase advice.’
'Aaron Cane and Lucy Beck are standout solicitors.'
‘Flexible & versatile - high standards of competence & professionalism.’
‘Amenable and understanding - proactive with thoughtful advice and ideas.’
Key clients
- R.V.L. Properties Limited
- William Thompson Homes Limited
- Magri Developments Limited
- Review Hotels Limited
- Chappell Estates Limited
- Earl Estates Limited
- Plant Education Networks Limited
- Woodland Group Limited
- Cheale Group Limited
- Silvermist Properties (Chelmsford) Limited
Work highlights
Advised Cheale Group Limited on the sale of a significant landholding as a share sale involving significant property due diligence including extensive environmental and related issues due to the nature of the property and its historic use as a working abattoir.
Advised Review Hotels Limited on the sale of a significant hotel involving extensive property due diligence, technical title issues and pre-sale preparation resolving potential title issues.
Advised Woodland Group Limited on the purchase of a significant warehouse facility involving the surrender of an existing lease, the grant of a further lease, and complex VAT issues.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Jane Winfield
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Aaron Cane
Other key lawyers
Lucy Beck; James Dowson; Daniel Fairs; Jane Winfield